Wayside Motel

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Woodend motel

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Cottage 1  | Living area
Standard 1 Bedroom Unit | Terrace/patio
Spacious 1 Bedroom | Bathroom shower
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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77 Main North Road, Woodend, 7610
  • Place, Northbrook Wetlands
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Geisha Road Amenity Area
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Darjon Vineyard
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Spa Bath Suites

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Spacious 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Cottage 1

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

Standard 2-Bedroom Family Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard 2-Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard 1 Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Basic Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

Compact Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the area

Woodend

In Woodend .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this motel, you'll find Geisha Road Amenity Area and Northbrook Wetlands. Rangiora Golf Club and Taranaki Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Northbrook Wetlands - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Geisha Road Amenity Area - 5 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Taranaki Reserve - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Darjon Vineyard - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Collins Drive Reserve - 7 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Rangiora Station - 6 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Artisan Rangiora Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Woodend Hotel & Gateway Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fresca - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Joe’s Garage - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Wayside Motel

Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Woodend motel
As a guest of Wayside Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Wayside Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Woodend motel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Wayside Motel offers 12 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchens with microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils. Rooms have detached private bathrooms.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired Internet access. 32-cm flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Trampoline

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in March.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Wayside Motel Woodend
Wayside Woodend
Wayside Motel Motel
Wayside Motel Woodend
Wayside Motel Motel Woodend

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wayside Motel to the airport?

Wayside Motel is 15.5 mi (20-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wayside Motel?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wayside Motel on Jun 29, 2026 start from CA $87, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Wayside Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Wayside Motel.

How close is Wayside Motel to the beach?

This motel is 10.6 mi (17-min drive) from Leithfield Beach and 12.8 mi (19-min drive) from Amberley Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Wayside Motel offer free breakfast?

Wayside Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wayside Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Wayside Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Wayside Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Wayside Motel have a pool?

Wayside Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Wayside Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Wayside Motel to downtown Woodend?

Wayside Motel is 0.2 mi away from Woodend.

Wayside Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 130 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room great staff good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suited us entirely - clean, tidy and everything we would need and nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing. It was all we needed. Clean and tidy. I would go back and stay next time I need somewhere in christchurch
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Room was adequate and has everything you need, good price for night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and very good staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well equipped room. Quiet. Comfortable bed. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Lovely big room - very clean and Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and tidy. The pool was closed. The shower flooded. The staff were friendly and the room was well equipped .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean very well run motel and a pub just down the road
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa and Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay and if travelling north again would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
QUIET AND COMFORTABLE
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just a convenient location that suited us perfectly - we will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay great management looked after me well
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good value good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean, well provisioned, great staff, comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful and made me feel welcomed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just right for four ladies on a bowls trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great check in welcome ,and management go out of there way to make you feel at home and feel comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts !!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clive and Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy to Rangiora. Easy for travelling north. All that we needed, warm, friendly. Just what we needed. Looking forward to staying their next time we are in the neighbourhood.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly host. Close to town and eateries.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great find! Maybe the most comfortable bed of our trip. Great hosts. It had everything we needed. Sorry we didn’t get to use our spa bath or the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful check in. Clean and comfortable and roomy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023